EMN Company Profile

Eastman Chemical- (EMN)-engages in the manufacture and sale of various chemicals, plastics, and fibers primarily in the United States. It operates in five segments: Coatings, Adhesives, Specialty Polymers, and Inks; Fibers; Performance Chemicals and Intermediates; Performance Polymers; and Specialty Plastics. Eastman Chemical Company was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee.

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Eastman Chemical Beats Q2 Estimates (EMN)

Jul 29, 2013

After the closing bell on Monday, Eastman Chemical (EMN) reported earnings that were well above analysts' views for the quarter.
The Tennessee-based chemical company saw its EPS come in at $1.80 per diluted share on revenues of $2.44 billion. Analysts were expecting EPS of $1.64 on revenues of $2.39 billion. The company's EPS is up from last year's same quarter, when the figure was reported at $1.40.
Jim Rogers, the company's Chairman and CEO had the following to say about the company's Q2 results: "The great progress we`ve made over the past several years to improve our portfolio, including the acquisition of Solutia, shows in the continuing strength of our earnings. Second-quarter earnings were our best ever and position us for a fourth consecutive year of double-digit earnings growth. We continue to expect double-digit earnings growth through 2015 given our leading market positions, our end-market and geographic diversity, and the growth initiatives we are pursuing throughout the company."
Looking forward, the company raised its yearly EPS expectations for 2013, pegging them between $6.40 and $6.50.
Shares of Eastman Chemical were 2.29% in after-hours trading. The company's stock is up over 6% YTD.
The Bottom Line
Shares of Eastman Chemical (EMN) have a yield of 1.6% based on Monday's closing price of $75.03 and the annual dividend payout of $1.20.
Eastman Chemical (EMN) is not recommended at this time, holding a Dividend.com DARS™ Rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.Be sure to visit our complete recommended list of the Best Dividend Stocks, as well as a detailed explanation of our ratings system here.

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Eastman Chemical Downgraded at JPMorgan (EMN)

Apr 29, 2013

JPMorgan reported on Monday that it has reduced its rating on chemicals company, Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) .
The firm has downgraded EMN from an "Overweight" to "Neutral," and has given the company a $70 price target. This price target suggests a 1% increase from the stock's current price of $68.97.
Analysts have lowered their rating on the company based on valuation, as the stock has increased 45% in the last 11 months.
Eastman Chemical shares were mostly flat during premarket trading Monday. The stock has increased 28% in the past year.
The Bottom Line
Shares of Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) have a 1.74% yield, based on Friday's closing price of $68.97.
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) is not recommended at this time, holding a Dividend.com DARS™ Rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.Be sure to visit our complete recommended list of the Best Dividend Stocks, as well as a detailed explanation of our ratings system here.

Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) reported after the close on Thursday that it saw a 56% rise in first quarter net income on 27% higher revenues. Earnings per share beat Wall Street estimates; however, revenue missed the consensus views.
The Kingsport, Tennessee-based company said it earned $247 million, or $1.57 per share, in the first quarter, up from $158 million, or $1.12 per share, in the same period a year ago.
Adjusting for certain items, earnings rose to $1.62 per share in the first quarter, up from $1.22 per share in the first quarter of 2012. On average, analysts expected the company to earn an adjusted $1.57 per share in the quarter, according to those polled by Thomson Reuters.
The company's sales revenue grew 27% to $2.31 billion in the quarter, up from $1.82 billion last year. Analysts were expecting the company to see $2.37 billion in revenues.
Going forward, the company is maintaining its full year 2013 earnings outlook; Eastman expects to earn between $6.30 and $6.40 per share. Analysts expect the company to earn $6.41 per share for 2013.
“Our portfolio of specialty businesses continued to deliver strong earnings in the first quarter despite uncertain global economic conditions,” said Jim Rogers, Chairman and CEO. “For full year 2013, we remain on track to achieve a fourth consecutive year of double-digit earnings growth while also generating strong cash flow.”
Eastman Chemical shares were inactive during pre-market trading on Friday. The stock is up +4.11% year-to-date.
The Bottom Line
Shares of Eastman Chemical (EMN) have a dividend yield of 1.65% based on last night's closing price of $72.65 and the company's annualized dividend payout of $1.20 per share.
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) is not recommended at this time, holding a Dividend.com DARS™ Rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.Be sure to visit our complete recommended list of the Best Dividend Stocks, as well as a detailed explanation of our ratings system here.

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